Madison Mayor Paul Soglin says he'll get in governor's race soon

MADISON — Longtime Democratic Madison Mayor Paul Soglin says he plans to formally launch a run for governor "in a few weeks."The 72-year-old Soglin posted a plea for help Tuesday on Facebook, asking supporters to spread the word so he could "see the potential of using Facebook" in the campaign.

A Christmas message 🎄 from Gov. Walker, looking to "the future with hope and excitement"

MADISON -- Governor Scott Walker and First Lady Tonette Walker released a video message on Monday, December 25th wishing the people of Wisconsin a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.“The Christmas season is a time like no other: friends and family join together to celebrate the joy of the holidays, reflect on our many blessings, and look to the future with hope and excitement,” said Governor Walker in a news release. “As we gather around the tree, sing carols, or sneak one of Santa’s cookies, let’s also come together and take the time to celebrate our shared values, recognize our good fortunes, and enjoy our time with the people we love the most."We wish you all a Merry Christmas, and may you all be blessed with joy in the year ahead.”

Gov. Walker awards nearly $1.5M in grants for minority-owned businesses

MILWAUKEE -- Governor Scott Walker has announced an increase in funding for minority-owned businesses.It's an effort to ensure minority businesses have the resources they need to thrive.The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation is awarding nearly $1.5 million in grants to the state's African-American, American Indian, Hispanic and Hmong chambers of commerce.Governor Walker made the announcement Thursday, December 14th at the 36th annual Conference for Minority-Owned Businesses.The money will support business training workshops and financial training among other resources.

Racine County approves funding for Foxconn development

RACINE — Racine County is the latest government entity to approve funding for Foxconn and its plan to build a manufacturing campus in southeastern Wisconsin.The county board voted unanimously Tuesday night to provide up to $764 million for the Taiwanese company's project in Mount Pleasant.